Difference between revisions of "Diving the Cape Peninsula and False Bay/Pie Rock"

(New page: The dive site '''Pie Rock''' is a rocky reef in the Cas;e Rocks area on the Cape peninsula side of False Bay, near Cape Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Information is pr...)

It is a spectacular dive in good visibility, and large numbers of fish may be seen.

It is a spectacular dive in good visibility, and large numbers of fish may be seen.

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==Name "(insert site name here)"==

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==Name "Pie Rock"==

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The site is called Pie Rock because one of the larger rocks in the area looks a bit like a giant wedge of pie.

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The site is called Pie Rock because one of the larger rocks in the area is said to look a bit like a giant wedge of pie.

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[[Image:(insert image file name)|400px|thumb|Map of the dive site (Insert site name).]]

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[[Image:(insert image file name)|400px|thumb|Map of the dive site Pie Rock.]]

==Position==

==Position==

S34°14.385' E018°29.065'

S34°14.385' E018°29.065'

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(Description of location)

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About 760m from North Entry at Castle Rocks. Bearing 353° True (017° magnetic) to Bakoven Rock, approximately 278° True (302° magnetic) to North side of Castle Rocks.

This site is (NOT) in a Marine Protected Area (2009)

This site is (NOT) in a Marine Protected Area (2009)

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==Conditions==

==Conditions==

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The site is exposed to (weather/sea conditions). (conditions which will result in poor diving and/or difficult access). The site is usually at it's best (conditions/season) but there are also occasional opportunities (conditions /season).

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The site is moderately protected from south westerly swell. South east chop may make it unpleasant on the surface, but it may be quiet below the wave base, however a strong south easter or one that blows for a long time will push up a swell that will make it unpleasant all the way down. Generally considered a winter dive site but there are also occasional opportunities in autumn and spring.

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==Depth==

==Depth==

Maximum depth is about 25m. Top of the pinnacle is at 5m. Average depth on a dive is about 15m.

Maximum depth is about 25m. Top of the pinnacle is at 5m. Average depth on a dive is about 15m.

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==Topography==

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(general site topography)

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Large granite corestone outcrops and boulders. There is a pinnacle at the east side of the site, which is also the deeper side.

Revision as of 17:43, 23 August 2009

The dive site Pie Rock is a rocky reef in the Cas;e Rocks area on the Cape peninsula side of False Bay, near Cape Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Information is provided which may assist in planning Recreational and Research Scuba diving at this site, and links to photographs of marine organisms that have been found there.

It is a spectacular dive in good visibility, and large numbers of fish may be seen.

Position

About 760m from North Entry at Castle Rocks. Bearing 353° True (017° magnetic) to Bakoven Rock, approximately 278° True (302° magnetic) to North side of Castle Rocks.

This site is (NOT) in a Marine Protected Area (2009)

Access

The site is generally considered a boat dive. Launch at Miller’s point. It could be dived from shore entry at Castle Rocks, but would require a 750m swim each way. Use a SMB as boat traffic in the area can be heavy on a good day. Bearing from Castle Rocks north entry approximately 120° magnetic.

Conditions

The site is moderately protected from south westerly swell. South east chop may make it unpleasant on the surface, but it may be quiet below the wave base, however a strong south easter or one that blows for a long time will push up a swell that will make it unpleasant all the way down. Generally considered a winter dive site but there are also occasional opportunities in autumn and spring.

Depth

Maximum depth is about 25m. Top of the pinnacle is at 5m. Average depth on a dive is about 15m.

Geology

Granite of the Pre-Cambrian Peninsula pluton.

Topography

Large granite corestone outcrops and boulders. There is a pinnacle at the east side of the site, which is also the deeper side.

Hazards

No site specific hazards are recorded.

Skill level

Certification appropriate to the depth is expected, otherwise no special skills are required. Ability to deploy a DSMB may be useful if you surface away from the shotline.